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Bonnet

Object/Artifact

Bonnet of black satin, vaguely bonnet shape but meant to sit somewhat on top of the head. Small crown with flaring brim edged with pleated satin; ribbon twisted around base of crown forms multiple loop bow in crown front. Long heavy satin ribbon ties.

G2004.095

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1885 - 1890

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

American

mourning

bonnet

hat

satin

woman

ribbon

Western New York

New York

United States of America

North America

Mourning

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